Gainesville Florida Real Estate News & Listings Presented By Coldwell Banker M.M. Parrish REALTORShttp://www.joannwhitworth.comThu, 23 Feb 2012 04:58:15 GMT9814 NW 59th Place, Gainesville 32653Welcome to The Hammock an exclusive neighborhood situated off scenic Millhopper Rd.This home, situated on 1.9 acres, has been recently updated & meticulously cared for.This 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home boasts high ceilings,tile flooring designed as wood planks throughout living,dining,family room, eat-in kitchen & master. Fireplace, river rock granite countertops,SS appl,maple cabinets,coffered ceilings,spacious bonus room & more.Owner's retreat offers space & tranquility.Imagine relaxing after a stressful day in your personal 'spa'. Enjoy 2 person steam shower or relax in the 'claw foot' continuously heating whirlpool tub.Screen pool/hottub and spacious patio of brick pavers create a perfect place for family gatherings.A happy home!]]>http://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/9814-NW-59th-Place-Gainesville-Floridahttp://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/9814-NW-59th-Place-Gainesville-FloridaMon, 20 Feb 2012 17:51:27 GMT2300 SW 43rd Street H-1, Gainesville 32607One of a Kind Opportunity! Light filled End Unit condo with large and open living area overlooking large private park like green space. Kitchen features upgraded cabinets and appliances and simulated wood and tile flooring. Both bedrooms feature separate baths with large light filled windows. Complex is conveniently located near bus route, shopping, and restaurants. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property.]]>http://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/2300-SW-43rd-Street-H-1-Gainesville-Floridahttp://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/2300-SW-43rd-Street-H-1-Gainesville-FloridaMon, 20 Feb 2012 17:51:27 GMT1810 NW 23rd Boulevard, Gainesville 32605Executive Lifestyle Simplified! Move right into this 1 bedroom/1 bath fully equipped executive condo with upgraded features throughout including upgraded lighting, plumbing fixtures, cabinetry, and appliances. Located in a peaceful wooded setting in a desirable creekside community minutes to the bus line biking distance to Univ of Florida, shopping, and restaurants. Condo complex offers amenities which include a pool, lighted tennis courts, 24 hr fitness center w/ TV and large clubhouse. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property.]]>http://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/1810-NW-23rd-Boulevard-Gainesville-Floridahttp://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/1810-NW-23rd-Boulevard-Gainesville-FloridaSun, 19 Feb 2012 17:57:20 GMT2882 SW 94th Drive, Gainesville 32608Welcome to Haile Plantation, Bedford Square.This 3 bedroom, study, 3 bath home offers a very livable floorplan. Blt by Paul McArthur in 2004 and totally updated with custom designer features throughout in 2008, this home boasts 2306 sq.ft. of attention to detail.The floorplan is functional with spacious great room,fireplace,wood floors, a formal dining room with designer patterned wood flooring, a wonderful chef's kitchen with beautiful granite back splash, countertops & white wood cabinets.Features include high ceilings,new carpet, fresh paint, molding,new lighting, hardware,atrium doors,plantation shutters & much more.Comfortable front & a rear screened porch.Well landscaped lot with privacy fencing. A rare find. Seeing is believing!!]]>http://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/2882-SW-94th-Drive-Gainesville-Floridahttp://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/2882-SW-94th-Drive-Gainesville-FloridaWed, 15 Feb 2012 17:57:17 GMT111 Benjamin Drive, Hawthorne 32640Privacy abounds in this 3 bedroom/ 2 bath home located on 1.77 peaceful and wooded acres located just 20 miles outside Gainesville. Relax on your large wooden deck and put to use the large detached 2 car garage/workshop with just a little TLC! This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. Purchase this property for as little as 3% down!]]>http://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/111-Benjamin-Drive-Hawthorne-Floridahttp://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/111-Benjamin-Drive-Hawthorne-FloridaSun, 12 Feb 2012 18:01:55 GMT15520 SE 301, Hawthorne 32640Bring your Fishing Poles to this great fishing lake home on Lockloosa Lake and wind down each evening watching beautiful sunsets from the dock! Great opportunity to own a little piece of paradise. Features include 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a large screened porch,2 car garage and outbuilding. Located only 20 miles from Gainesville. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath home.]]>http://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/15520-SE-301-Hawthorne-Floridahttp://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/15520-SE-301-Hawthorne-FloridaSun, 12 Feb 2012 18:01:55 GMT3438 NW 21st Drive, Gainesville 32605Hidden Gem in the NW! The 2 bedroom/2 bath condo tucked into the central NW Gainesville area is a fantastic bargain and in move-in condition. Enjoy the low maintenance lifestyle today! This is a Fannie Mae HomePath home. Purchase this property for as little as 3% down!]]>http://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/3438-NW-21st-Drive-Gainesville-Floridahttp://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/3438-NW-21st-Drive-Gainesville-FloridaSun, 12 Feb 2012 18:01:55 GMT11966 SW 45, Archer 32618Start with a Clean Slate and Make this your Own! Cute 2 bedroom/1 bath cottage located near downtown Archer. This home features a private setting surrounded by large trees and presents an opportunity too good to pass up. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property.]]>http://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/11966-SW-45-Archer-Floridahttp://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/11966-SW-45-Archer-FloridaSun, 12 Feb 2012 18:01:55 GMT4017 SW 20th Lane, Gainesville 32607Opportunity Knocks! Look no further than this conveniently located 2 bedroom condo featuring upstairs bedrooms with balcony, screened porch, open floor plan and light and bright kitchen. Located directly on bus route. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath home. Purchase this property for as little as 3% down!]]>http://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/4017-SW-20th-Lane-Gainesville-Floridahttp://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/4017-SW-20th-Lane-Gainesville-FloridaWed, 08 Feb 2012 18:02:52 GMT7320 NW 21st Way, Gainesville 32608Jump Right Into this unique lake access community on the North side of Gainesville with an adorable 3 bedroom 2 bath open floor plan home with high ceilings and large sun room. Outdoor features include a large wooden deck and outdoor gardens, workshop area, and gazebo. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath home. Purchase this property for as little as 3% down!]]>http://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/7320-NW-21st-Way-Gainesville-Floridahttp://www.joannwhitworth.com/property/7320-NW-21st-Way-Gainesville-FloridaSun, 05 Feb 2012 17:55:19 GMTShould I Buy a Home Now?I'm often asked if this is a good time to buy a home. Some clients are concerned that home prices may fall further than they have already. They are assuming that the best course of action is to wait for the bottom in the market and then buy. The problem with this approach is that you don't know where the bottom is until you see it in the rear view mirror, meaning until you've missed it!

Home prices are one factor in determining your cost of ownership, but so are interest rates and financing availability. Even though interest rates have gone up in the last six months, they are still near historic lows. Since your monthly mortgage payment is a combination of paying down your principal and paying the interest owed, if home prices come down a little further but interest rates up, it could cost you even more to service a mortgage on an identical home!

While a home is a major investment, it is also the center of your personal life. It's important to live in a home that reflects your taste and values, yet is within your financial "comfort zone." To that end, it may be more important to lock in today's relatively low interest rates and low home prices, rather than to hope for a further break in prices in the future.

Please give me a call if I can be of any assistance in determining how much home you can afford in today's market.

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